Hennepin County is nestled in the state of Minnesota. With an area of 606 square miles, Hennepin County is one of the smaller counties in the state, while in regards to population it is at the top with 111,620 inhabitants. Hennepin County's population density of urban makes it one of the least heavily populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Eden Prairie, with a population of 54,922.

Hennepin County is one of the most affluent regions in the state. The median income for Hennepin County residents is $54,139, putting the area in in the top fifth of all counties in Minnesota. As a reflection this, the average house value in Hennepin County is $148,295, well above the state average of $117,549.    Continued below...